Conference Session

ECCD Technical Session

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alamgir A. Choudhury, Western Michigan University; Jorge Rodriguez P.E., Western Michigan University; Awilma Paola Ventura Lugo, Western Michigan University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

hydraulic system.References1. Sullivan, J., Fluid Power Theory and Applications, Prentice Hall Inc., Upper Saddle River, New Jersey, 1998.2. Rydberg, K.; Energy Efficient Hydraulics – System solutions for loss minimization; National Conference on Fluid Power, Linkoping University, Sweden. March 2015.3. Choudhury, A. and Rodriguez, J.; Experimental Analysis for Energy-efficient Product Design, Journal of Engineering Technology, Volume 34(1), 2017.4. Choudhury, A., Rodriguez, P. Ikonomov, J. He, B. De Young, R. Kamm, S. Hinton, Human powered energy efficient vehicle design, Proceedings the American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference, San Antonio, TX, June 2012.5. Borghi, M., Zardin, B. Pintore, F., and Belluzi, F.; Energy

Conference Session

ECCD Technical Session 5: Energy and Wind and Design

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Maher Shehadi, Purdue Polytechnic Institute

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

]. For that, this research investigated HVAC systemperformance when the condenser of the unit was shaded to check any possible energyconservation means. An experimental and analytical approaches were followed. This project wasdone during capstone project in the Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) Departmentwith focus on air-conditioning and refrigeration fields. The project met many ETAC ABEToutcomes such as (a) applying knowledge and technical skills in engineering technologyactivities, (b) applying knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering and technology toengineering technology problems that require extensive practical knowledge, (c) conducting testsand measurements, analyzing and interpreting experiments, (d) improving team work

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session on Energy Efficiency and Power Grid Security

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alamgir A. Choudhury, Western Michigan University; Prajna Paramita, Western Michigan University; Jorge Rodriguez P.E., Western Michigan University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

conditions can contribute to energy saving by operating a system at its highest efficiency in industrial applications. References1. Sullivan, J., Fluid Power Theory and Applications, Prentice Hall Inc., Upper Saddle River, New Jersey, 1998.2. Rydberg, K.; Energy Efficient Hydraulics – System solutions for loss minimization; National Conference on Fluid Power, Linkoping University, Sweden. March 2015.3. Choudhury, A. and Rodriguez, J.; Experimental Analysis for Energy-efficient Product Design, Journal of Engineering Technology, Volume 34(1), 2017.4. Choudhury, A., Rodriguez, P. Ikonomov, J. He, B. De Young, R. Kamm, S. Hinton, Human powered energy efficient vehicle design, Proceedings the American Society for Engineering Education

Conference Session

New Trends in Energy Curriculum

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bradley Rogers, Arizona State University; Mark Henderson, Arizona State University; Chell Roberts, Arizona State University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

: Page 12.935.6 FR D L T Fd α Vb B β A φ VR V∞ Figure 3: Aerodynamic Forces on Turbine BladeThis figure represents a top view of a cross section of a blade with the chord given by the line A-B, and with the axis of rotation being in the wind

Conference Session

Curricular Developments in Energy Education I

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrew L. Gerhart, Lawrence Technological University; Robert W. Fletcher, Lawrence Technological University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

of experiential learning).Specifically, the requirements to earn the CEEM are as follows: • Completing the EGE 5303 Energy and Environmental Management 1 course with a minimum grade of B. • Completing the EGE 5323 Energy and Environmental Management 2 course with a minimum grade of B. • Completion of a written assessment/exam (i.e., the certification exam) with a score of 70% after completion of the EGE 5303 course (or at the discretion of the certificate administrators, completion of the EGE 5303 Final Exam with a B grade or better). • Documentation of 12 months experience and/or training in the field of energy management and/or environmental management.The main reason for this course/practicum format

Conference Session

Investigating Fuel Cells and Alternative Fuels in the Classroom and Lab

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Pieri, North Dakota State University; Alan Kallmeyer, NDSU; Michael Stewart, North Dakota State University; Leslie Backer, North Dakota State University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

reports, oral, presentations posters and weeklymeeting contributions. The weighted contributions are 65% 35%, respectively, for the mentorand the instructor with typical 90, 80, 70, etc., A, B, C contract grading applied. During thecourse of the sequence, extensive use is made of a web-based educational support tool,blackboard. The tool is used for administrative functions such as attendance, announcements,homework assignments as well as communication functions, particularly e-mail. Additionaldetails about the course are available upon request.The OpportunityIn the fall of 2006, a unique opportunity for a project in this design course appeared as a result ofthe intersection of three situations, namely national concerns about energy, unique

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Reg Pecen, Sam Houston State University; Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

learning objectives will be reported as well. The outcomes of this curriculumenhancement by smart grid are:(a) A well-established electrical power systems and machinery course with smart grid applications is added to the B.S. in Engineering Technology curriculum;(b) This class will help to collect assessment data for the criteria 3 of the ABET-ETAC requirements;(c) Students are exposed to real-time data acquisition and instrumentation applications in smart grid using FESTO’s LVDAC as well as National Instrument’s LabVIEWTM-based myDAQ board and a number of voltage, current, solar radiation (pyranometer), and wind speed (anemometer) sensors.References[1] Justo, J.J., Mwasilu, F., Lee, J., & Jung, J.W. (2013). AC-microgrids versus

Conference Session

Electrical Energy Courses, Labs, and Projects I

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hirak C Patangia, University of Arkansas, Little Rock

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

sizing.4. LABORATORY ACTIVITIESThe College of Engineering has assigned a modern laboratory space for the projectimplementation. The space has been renovated, electrical connections dropped, and six modernlab tables with storage facility have been installed. Each station is equipped with test equipmentfrom Tektronix and they include: Tektronix AFG 3022 B Dual Channel Arbitrary/FunctionGenerator, Tektronix MSO 3014 Mixed Signal Oscilloscope, Tektronix DMM 4010 5-1/2Digital Multimeter, and Instek SPD-3606 Dual Range DC Power Supply. Each station is alsoequipped with a desktop computer and the computers are interfaced to the equipment throughEthernet cable. Each computer is equipped with latest windows operating system, high speedprocessor, and

Conference Session

Energy Education and Industrial Partnership Needs

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Patrick A. Tebbe, Minnesota State University, Mankato

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

Afternoon HVAC Subject Portion8 Page 22.523.8 Table 2: Topics for the LEED Green Associate Examination9I. Synergistic Opportunities and LEED Application Process A. Project Requirements (e.g., site; program; budget; schedule) B. Costs (e.g., hard costs; soft costs; life-cycle) C. Green Resources (e.g., USGBC; Environmental Building News) D. Standards that support LEED Credit (e.g., American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air-conditioning Engineers [ASHRAE]; Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association [SMACNA] guidelines; Green Seal) E. Credit Interactions (e.g., energy and IEQ; waste management

Conference Session

Energy Curriculum Advancements

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Blekhman, Grand Valley State University; Ali Mohammadzadeh, Grand Valley State University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

second law requiresthat the Gibbs function defined by Eq 1 decreased for an irreversible process or remainedconstant for a reversible one, Eq 2. G ? H / TS 1 (dG ) P ,T 0 2The chemical reaction given by Eq 3 is valid for combustion as well as for a fuel cell. aA - bB cC - dD 3The change in the Gibbs energy for this reaction can be expressed by Eq 4. Ã PCC, n PDd, n Ô FG ? FG - RuT lnÄÄ a b ÕÕ 0

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session on Energy Efficiency and Power Grid Security

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James Dylan Kollmer; Saroj K Biswas, Temple University; Li Bai, Temple University; Arif I. Sarwat, Florida International University; Walid Saad, Virginia Tech

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

used to evaluate cyber countermeasures capable of defending or preventing harmto the power grid.6. AcknowledgementThis research was supported in part by grants from the National Science Foundation CNS-1446574, CNS-1446570, and CNS-1446621 and by the Office of Naval Research grant N00014-15-1-2922.7.0 References[1] E. J. Markey and Henry A. Waxman, “Electric Grid Vulnerability: Industry Responses Reveal Security Gaps”, U.S. House of Representatives, Washington, DC, 2013.[2] B. Wingfield, “Power-Grid Cyber Attack Seen Leaving Millions in Dark for Months”. Online at http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-02-01/cyber-attack-on-u-s-power-grid-seen-leaving-millions-in- dark-for-months.html, 2012.[3] R. Rantala, “Cybercrimes

Conference Session

Project-based Education in Energy Courses

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Craig Somerton, Michigan State University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

: a. Student’s reason for participating on this project. b. Student’s skills and talents that he/she brings to the project. c. Student’s academic standing. d. Impact on student’s career and life.The two teams are given below: Fall Semester Team Brian Kunkel, William Hurles, and Bryce Thelen Spring Semester TeamNabeel Aslam, Kevin McPhail, Ryan McPhee, Brent Rowland, and Eric TingwallThe author took on the role of faculty advisor for both teams.The DesignFollowing the traditional design process, the first step was to develop a conciseproblem statement. After significant discussion with ATDC, the followingstatement was developed: The goal of this project is

Conference Session

Teaching Emerging Energy Technologies

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Radian Belu, Wayne State University; Alexandru Catalin Belu, Wayne State University; Lucian Cioca, University Lucian Blaga, Sibiu Romania

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

to computers,databases and necessary instrumentation. Perhaps the most important requirements of arenewable energy conversion laboratory are the following: a) comprehensive in scope butuncompromising in meeting educational needs; b) practical in emphasis and relevant toindustry; c) attractive to students and able to enhance their experiences in energyconversion; and d) flexible and modular in structure.2. System Configurations and OptimizationA single energy source system, e.g., a standalone solar energy system, or wind generatorcannot provide a continuous source of energy due to low availability during the no-sunperiod or lack of adequate wind. This implies that in order to achieve the high-energyavailability required in some applications

Conference Session

ECCD - Technical Session 1 - Energy & Electrical Engineering

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Abdullah Al Hadi, Texas A&M University-Kingsville; Rajab Challoo, Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

designed for dc fastcharging applications. GE mainly designed the SST model for substation applications with the Port 2 Cell 2 Port 3 Port 1 Cell N Port N (a) (b) Cell 2 Cell N (c) (d) Figure 2: SST topologies (a) UNIFLEX (b) EPRI (c) ABB (d) GE [49].h-bridge converter structure. ABB uses a cascaded

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John R. Reisel, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

2010 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Louisville, Kentucky. https://peer.asee.org/160813. Ulseth, R. R., & Froyd, J. E., & Litzinger, T. A., & Ewert, D., & Johnson, B. M. (2011, June), A New Model of Project-Based Learning in Engineering Education Paper presented at 2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Vancouver, BC. https://peer.asee.org/173604. Torres, A., & Sriraman, V. (2015, June), Project Based Learning in Concrete Industry Project Management Paper presented at 2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Seattle, Washington. 10.18260/p.245995. Nespoli, O. G., & Tempelman, H., & Spencer, R., & Lambert, S. (2011, June), Disk Brake Design Case

Conference Session

Energy Laboratory Development

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Philip Gerhart, University of Evansville; Andrew Gerhart, Lawrence Technological University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

11.862.6exercises and subsequent written reports had been completed (but before they were graded).Prior to distributing the survey, the instructors did their best to stay opinion-neutral toward thestudents as to the effectiveness of the RC as a learning tool; the students were made aware thatthis was a testing phase of the RC. Much of the survey was quantified using a 5-point Likertscale, but written responses were also gathered. While many different experiments are possiblewith the RC (see LTU sample laboratory assignment in Appendix B), the survey is generalenough that it is likely applicable to any college using the unit. Questions asked on the surveyare shown in Appendix C. The results compiled in this paper are derived from 19 LTU studentsurveys and

Conference Session

Experiences in Teaching Energy Courses

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brendan Egan, Milwaukee School of Engineering; Stephen Dechant, Milwaukee School of Engineering; Christopher Damm, Milwaukee School of Engineering

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

. Page 12.330.19Appendix B: System sizing and number of systems calculationsDiesel GeneratorSystem Sizing and Model SelectionAs a general rule, the exhaust temperature at the inlet and exit of the exhaust heat exchangershould be at least 10 degrees Celsius higher than the corresponding inlet and exit flows of thewater of the heat exchanger. In 1a (where the upper flow is the exhaust and the lower flow is thewater), this rule is illustrated. Figure 1a - Exhaust Heat ExchangerBased on a steam absorption chiller (which requires steam at 160 degrees Celsius and returnswater at 100 degrees Celsius), the exhaust exiting the heat exchanger must be at least 110degrees Celsius18. To size the engine, the exhaust temperature

Conference Session

ECCD Technical Session

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hossein Salehfar, University of North Dakota; Michael Klein, University of North Dakota

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

, which will permit the power losses on the conductors to be estimated. Reference[25] shows how dividing the generation into two sites on opposite sides of a village and using anO-shaped distribution layout reduces voltage dip, conductor cost, and PV/battery sizes comparedto a single location. The largest load in Lingbinsi is the pump, so one PV-battery section will beplaced by the water tower and the other on the north side of the village as shown in Figure 1,making an O-shape and keeping the PV cells out of the floodplain on the east side of the villageand away from roads, minimizing dust buildup. The main grid consists of Lines A and B, where Line B is divided into three sub-sections. Thevillage was also divided into sectors served by each

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert J. Kerestes, University of Pittsburgh; Paul A. Dolloff PE, University of Kentucky; Renee M. Clark, University of Pittsburgh

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

technique • Two-winding transformer • Example of modified iterative • Two-winding autotransformer ladder technique 15 • Step-voltage regulators 16 • Correcting voltage issues without step- • Type A and Type B single-phase voltage regulators voltage regulators • Use of capacitors in distribution systems 17 • Introduction to three-phase step-voltage regulators • Wye-connected regulators N/A • Closed delta regulators • Open delta regulatorsHomework

Conference Session

Solar and Wind Energy-System Initiatives

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ulan Dakeev, Texas A&M University, Kingsville; Farzin Heidari, Texas A&M University, Kingsville; Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University; Marija Dimitrovska, Texas A&M University, Kingsville; Kenan Baltaci, University of Wisconsin, Stout

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

Engineering Research and Innovation. ISSN: 2152- 4165, Vol 7, 1, 43-47 Dakeev, U., Mazumder, Q., Yildiz, F., Baltaci, K., (2015). “Design and Development of a New Small-Scale Wind Turbine Blade”. ASEE Annual Conference, 2015, Seattle Hansen, M.O.L., Sorensen, N. N. & Flay, R. G. J., (2000). “Effect of Placing a Diffuser around a Wind Turbine.” Wind Energy, 3, pp.207-213, 2000 Kosasih, B. & Tondelli, A., (2012). Experimental study of shrouded micro-wind turbine. Evolving Energy-IEF International Energy Congress. [Electronic version]. Procedia Engineering 49 (2012) 92-98

Conference Session

ECCD Innovative Teaching Applications

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mustafa Farhadi, Florida International University; Osama A. Mohammed, Florida International University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

operation point will be at the intersection of the power-voltage profile of theload and the PV array. If the operation point is at the maximum power point (MPP), maximumpower from the PV array will be achieved. However, since the MPP is irradiation dependent,installation of a power regulator and continuous MPP tracking control technique are essential. Figure 1: Electrical characteristics of a PV panel in different illumination. B. Energy Storage Systems Since renewable energy have intermittent characteristics, energy storage systems arenecessary for a high penetration of energy into a power system. Energy storages are also ofcritical importance in power systems to meet peak demands and to improve the reliability of thepower

Conference Session

Innovative Energy Projects

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steven R. Walk, Old Dominion University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

usefulness and effectiveness to future students of the volunteers‟ suggestions, and that the volunteers should not feel that they are being evaluated by you on their knowledge, skills, or progress. 5. Your interaction during the lab design process should include only: a. teaching and/or correcting technical understanding of the lab subject matter b. providing comments on the relative learning effectiveness of volunteer- suggested procedures c. assuring that all lab equipment is functioning properly 6. Keep notes of observations and student suggestions during the design sessions. If students will allow, record the sessions on video. Review will capture

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Vernon Cook, University of Pittsburgh; Robert J. Kerestes, University of Pittsburgh; Brandon M. Grainger, University of Pittsburgh

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

systems and components whichfrequently have power quality issues, and become familiar with industry grade equipment andmeasurement devices.”From this description, students were made aware that the focus of the course was on powerquality and the associated concepts, but that they would also become familiar with industrialgrade equipment. B. Course Goals and ObjectivesThe goal of the course was for the student to gain a more practical understanding of electricpower systems, variable frequency drive operation of electric machines, basics of powerelectronics, and how these major components impact power quality on electrical systems. Inaddition, students would acquire extensive hands on skills that are not taught in other electricpower classes or

Conference Session

Energy Conversion and Conservation Division Poster Session

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert J. Kerestes, University of Pittsburgh; Dekwuan Stokes, University of Pittsburgh; Ryan M. Brody, University of Pittsburgh; Adam Emes, University of Pittsburgh; Alexander Williams, University of Pittsburgh

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

the current. That means for each event that occurs, six waveformsare recorded. These waveforms will be referred to as the voltage and current profiles. B. Sampling Waveforms The process of sampling raw captured waveforms entails determining which data to feed into the machine learningalgorithm. The PowerVisa has a sample rate of 256 samples/cycle [8], or 15,360 Hz for a 60 Hz grid. As such,analyzing the transient events would likely produce unreliable results. Because of this, the transient portion of thewaveforms are ignored, and the steady-state waveforms from the pre-transient and post-transient portions of eachevent were the chosen as the input for the NILM algorithm. For consistency, each waveform sample represents twocycles of

Conference Session

ECCD Innovations in Energy Engineering & Technology

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Radian G Belu, University of Alaska Anchorage; Richard Chiou, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.); Tzu-Liang Bill Tseng, University of Texas, El Paso; Lucian Ionel Cioca, "Lucian Blaga" University of Sibiu, Romania

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

, safety, and productivity while reducing life-cyclecosts. Module/lecture provides a brief description of lighting systems, characteristics, and retrofitoptions. The module outline, objectives and goals are: 1. Learn and understand of lighting systems & components, their performances and characteristics 2. Understand the importance improving lighting system efficiency and energy usage for residential, commercial and industrial facilities 3. Lighting System Types and Characteristics: a) Lighting System Components; b) Lamp Types, Ballasts; and c) Luminaires/Fixtures 4. Lighting System Needs & Requirements 5. Maintenance, Lighting System Surveys and Monitoring 6. Regulatory Issues, Potential EMOS Identification 7

Conference Session

Experiences in Teaching Energy Courses

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert Fletcher, Lawrence Technological University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

thoseuniversities.A quick review of the ASEE literature alone documents and reviews numerous summer campprograms with a broad array of scope and emphasis. The literature typically indicates four typesof summer camp programs. These are loosely grouped here as: a) Introduction to Engineering programs that expose the student to the broad and many Page 15.1319.2 aspects of engineering, while hoping to kindle interest and enthusiasm in these students to become engineers, and try to help them understand the value and importance of engineering.3-7 b) Topical programs that concentrate on a specific technical area or field. These can

Conference Session

Energy Laboratory Development

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Patrick Tebbe, Minnesota State University-Mankato

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

saturated property data single polynomials as functionsof temperature or pressure were generated (similar to Eqn. 1). Y ? a o - a1 X - a 2 X 2 - a 3 X 3 (1) a i ? b oi - b1i P - b 2i P 2 - b 3i P 3 (2)Currently these fitted equations generate reasonable values in most regions. However, someproperty combinations result in property errors of 20%. Also, due to the nature of the originaldata source and the method of coding the interpolations it was not possible to calculate a pressurefrom other variables in the superheated region. The largest difficulty, however; comes withcalculating specific volumes. The interpolation method described

Conference Session

Design Projects in Wind and Solar Energy

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Samuel Lakeou, University of the District of Columbia; Esther Ososanya, University of the District of Columbia; Ben Latigo, University of the District of Columbia; George Karanja, University of the District of Columbia; Wagdy Mahmoud, University of the District of Columbia; Wilfried Oshumare, University of the District of Columbia

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

sun in order toexpose a solar panel to maximum radiation at any given time is the main purpose of a solartracking PV system. Page 11.406.2Figure 1 (a). Illustration of the summer and winter solsticesFigure 1 (b). Sun Path Diagram for 400 N Latitude During Winter and Summer SolsticesFor many years, several energy companies and research institutions have been performing solartracking for improving the efficiency of solar energy production. A variety of techniques ofsolar energy production used have proven that up to 30% more solar energy can be collectedwith a solar tracker than with a fixed PV system1. The cost of such systems is however still

Conference Session

Curriculum and Facility Developments for Innovative Energy Education

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Abul K. M. Azad, Northern Illinois University; Clifford R. Mirman, Northern Illinois University; Avinash Varma Gadiraju; Chester D. Kolodziej, Freedom Field Renewable Energy, Inc.

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

paper is reporting a case of work-in-progress. The Technology Department of NorthernIllinois University (NIU) has developed a new program in Energy and Environmental SystemsTechnology (EEST). The program has started to offer from fall 2011. The program is anoutcome of collaboration between NIU and a number of 2-year colleges around the region. Themajor focus is in two areas- a) Courses from 2-year colleges are articulated within the EESTprogram and b) Via NIU, 2-year colleges will have an online access to a large set of renewableenergy data for their course offerings.The web portal is a software environment that has been designed and developed to provide datatransfer from Freedom Field (FdF) to NIU; as well as a provision for data visualization

Conference Session

CAPSTONE (SENIOR) DESIGN AND UNDERGRADUATE PROJECTS

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Irina Nicoleta Ciobanescu Husanu, Drexel University ; Michael G. Mauk, Drexel University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

. • Develops and evaluates alternative designs to minimize adverse environmental and societal impactsThese performance indicators are further detailed using a Likert type scale with an equivalenceto the letter grading systems as follows: a score of 5 would be an A (≥ 90%); 4 would be a B(performance between 80% and 90%, and so on with 1 representing an F letter grade (< 60%).The performance of the team is presented in the Assessment section of this paper.Student-team Project Description: Technical and Educational AspectsThis section covers mainly the technical aspects of the project as developed by the students.However, we would like to draw attention upon several educational aspects of the project:interdisciplinary nature: both electrical